Nude Holding Her Leg 1886

"Nude Holding Her Leg" is an etching by Paul-Albert Besnard, a prominent French artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Created in 1886, the artwork showcases Besnard's mastery of line and detail, capturing the human figure with anatomical accuracy and graceful fluidity. The etching depicts a nude female figure in a contemplative pose, her body rendered with subtle shading and intricate lines, emphasizing the delicate curves and contours of the human form. This piece exemplifies Besnard's exploration of the figure in a style that blends academic tradition with a modern sensibility.